PATALESHWARA SWAMY TEMPLE — Attraction in Karnataka

Pataleshwara Temple, located in Talakadu, is one of the five sacred Pancha Linga temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple stands out for its spiritual importance and the mystery surrounding it. The term "Patala" means "underground" or "netherworld," and the temple is believed to be deeply connected to the subterranean energies and legends of the region.

I visited this site as part of the KSRTC Gaganachukki package from Bangalore. Our guide gave us fascinating insights into the history — especially the legend of Queen Alamelamma’s curse, which led to several temples in Talakadu, including Pataleshwara, getting buried under sand dunes over the centuries.

Some parts of the temple remain completely submerged under sand, giving it a surreal and mysterious vibe. The guide also explained the strong connection between this temple and the Mysore royal family, and how the entire Talakadu region holds deep mythological and historical relevance.

It’s one of the most unique temple experiences in Karnataka — peaceful, sacred, and layered with centuries of history...

This temple was buit in 1117AD during the chola dynasty. It is situated in Talakadu, Karnataka. A very nice place for a one day trip. It is around 150 km from bangalore. I booked a cab from Utaxi who took 3000/- from Bangalore for a Tata Indica AC car. The trip included Talakadu temple, kaveri river bank, Shivanasamudram falls and temple. Overall it was a nice experience. You can take a guide in the talakadu temple who will take 200/- and explain you all the details. There are 5 temples in the area. Most of the people don't realise it and end up seeing just one.

Best time to visit -- During July-August if you want to enjoy the beauty of shivanasamudram waterfall.

Total cost -- Around 3500 if you book a cab, and 2000 if you drive your own vehicle.

Lunch -- near kaveri river (cost -...

Paathal as name suggest temple is slightly below the land level... It takes few meters walk in sand to reach this temple, this is 2nd of the 5 temples you get to see on the long walk in sand.. these temples have great historic value and gives out such positive vibes.. the whole point that you walk in sand for few meters makes the temple amplify it's value .. you feel great after darshana that all the walk you took was worth...

** You won't get food on the way ** Water stall one or two may be available ** It takes at least a km to walk in sand ** It's not easy to walk in sand ** there is a shed on top which at least allows you to walk in shade. ** No...